Staff Accountant & Tax Preparer

Job Overview
We are seeking an In-Office Staff Accountant & Tax Preparer to join our accounting team in Lenoir NC. In this role, you will need to have proven experience in public accounting or a related financial role with a focus on tax preparation AND bookkeeping. Please do not apply if you do not have this prior experience. Please write "I do" in the subject line of your email application to confirm you have this required experience.

This role can be part-time or full-time. Office hours are flexible based on your individual needs (ex: drop-off / pickup school children) between 8:00 am - 6:00 pm.

Remote work is not available.

Starting pay is based on experience. Pay increases and bonuses are based on performance.

PTO, holiday pay, and paid vacation available.

Associate Degree in Accounting is preferred but will consider your experience as a substitute for a college degree.

Must Haves:

Experience with QuickBooks and/or Drake software.

Be familiar with tax filing rules.

Be comfortable working with clients, either in-person or remotely.

Duties

• Complete daily bookkeeping tasks using QuickBooks and Drake, including data entry, reconciliations, and payroll.
• Prepare individual, business, and corporate tax returns.
• Be able to identify discrepancies and make corrections to the client's books with accuracy.
• Be able to use basic office equipment, scan, save, email, Excel sheets, etc.

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person